UPT Launches Virtual IBAN Service for Simplified International Payments
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ISTANBUL, Sept. 22, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- UPT, a pioneering financial technology subsidiary of Aktif Bank and Türkiye's first national global money transfer and payment platform, has announced a significant expansion of its services with the launch of a virtual International Bank Account Number (IBAN) service. This new offering, which will be powered by Currencycloud, a Visa Direct offering, aims to simplify international payments for corporate customers.
UPT will enable corporate users to access virtual EUR and GBP IBANs in their own company names, allowing them to manage international collections through a single platform. This service is similar to the European Account service already offered to individual users through UPT's mobile application, UPTION. The company plans to add USD support at a later stage.
The virtual IBAN service is part of UPT's broader strategy to enhance its cross-border payments offering. Currencycloud will also enable UPT to introduce real-time foreign exchange capabilities, further simplifying international transactions for its corporate customers. Kastan emphasized that UPT aims to provide a fast, uninterrupted, and reliable transaction experience with competitive foreign exchange rates.
UPT, founded in 2010, has established itself as a leading player in the financial technology space. With 400,000 transaction points across 176 countries, UPT has become the most widespread transfer system in Türkiye, both domestically and internationally. The company's mobile application, UPTION, allows users to send and receive money in multiple currencies, including TL, USD, EUR, GBP, and local currencies.
This latest development is part of UPT's ongoing efforts to innovate and meet the evolving needs of its corporate customers. By leveraging Currencycloud's capabilities, UPT aims to streamline international payment processes and contribute to more efficient global trade activities.